Saturday, September 29, 2007

Glowac+Harris+Madison Wins Two Accounts in the Real Estate Industry

Glowac+Harris+Madison Wins Two Accounts in the Real Estate Industry

Brookstone Homes and Executive Management, Inc. choose Glowac+Harris+Madison, a full-service advertising, marketing and public relations agency.

Madison, WI (PRWEB) April 17, 2005

Glowac+Harris+Madison, a full-service advertising, marketing and public relations agency announced today the addition of two accounts.

Brookstone Homes, a homebuilder based in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, has named Glowac+Harris agency of record. Glowac+Harris will be responsible for developing a new marketing plan to address key target markets.

Executive Management, Inc., a Dane County based commercial real estate developer, brokerage firm, and property management group, has selected Glowac+Harris for the marketing of their latest development, Castle Rock Lake Condominium Homes, in Mauston, Wisconsin.

“Real estate development and construction is an area where we have accumulated a wealth of experience and knowledge,” stated Wayne Glowac, president and partner of Glowac+Harris. “We understand the industry and know how best to capture opportunities for our clients.”

About Glowac+Harris+Madison:

Glowac+Harris+Madison offers a complete team of strategic marketing experts who really care about helping clients reach their business goals. Their branding expertise includes franchise restaurants, healthcare, automotive services, real estate development and construction, and financial services. Their portfolio also features many B2B and consumer success stories in life science, financial services, education, telecom, retail, hospitality, government, and food & beverage. Together, the agency principles, Wayne Glowac and Wayne Harris, represent 55 years of community service and marketing leadership.

For more insight regarding Glowac+Harris+Madison contact one of the Waynes at (608) 232-9696, or visit www. glowacharris. com.

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Friday, September 28, 2007

Chicago's Sprout Gifted Education De-Stresses the First Day of School

Chicago's Sprout Gifted Education De-Stresses the First Day of School

The beginning of a new school year can be a very stressful event for children and parents. Change and unpredictability are a source of anxiety for many children; combined with the pressures of grades, making new friends, and getting along with teachers you have a recipe for a rocky transition into the school year. Lauren Callaway, Owner/Director and Head Teacher of Lincoln Park’s SPROUT offers Chicago parents a few simple ideas, that can help make that transition a little smoother for all involved.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) August 17, 2006

The beginning of a new school year can be a very stressful event for children and parents. Change and unpredictability are a source of anxiety for many children; combined with the pressures of grades, making new friends, and getting along with teachers you have a recipe for a rocky transition into the school year. Lauren Callaway, Owner/Director and Head Teacher of Lincoln Park’s SPROUT offers Chicago parents a few simple ideas, that can help make that transition a little smoother for all involved. www. sproutgifted. com

1. Take a tour of the school and run through the class schedule, especially if children must walk to different classes on their own. Knowing where and when they are supposed to be can greatly reduce first-day stress. 

2. Start the morning routine a few weeks before school starts, particularly getting them up early! Getting enough sleep and starting with a healthy breakfast can put any child in the best of spirits.

3. If you are enrolled in a new school, contact the teacher and see if they can recommend a student in the class that would be a good fit for your child. Arrange a one-on-one play date so that there is at least one friendly face on the first day of school.

4. Get the kids involved in buying and organizing the school supplies. This can be both a fun and educational activity!

5. Discuss their expectations of the upcoming year. Have the kids write out (or dictate in the case of younger children) what their hopes and fears are; you may be surprised at what they are most concerned about as well as what they are most looking forward to.

6. Lay out their clothes the night before school starts. Selecting their outfit ahead of time gives children – and parents – one less thing to do on that very busy morning! The same goes for packing lunches ahead of time.

7. Limit after-school activities during the first few weeks of school. Keeping a routine is important, so if your child has piano lessons every Tuesday you should not necessarily cancel. However, don’t load up your child with school-offered activities right away, even if your child wants to! Homework and study time may change dramatically year to year, and children need downtime to relax and de-stress from their day. It may take a few weeks to fully grasp the demands of their new grade.

8. Walk/Drive the route to school. If you walk to school or to a bus stop, make sure you test out the route at least once. If you drive to school, test it out during the time that you will be driving it to get an accurate picture of how long it will take you. Don’t forget to do this during the pick-up time, too! Nothing is quite as stressful to a child as the feeling of being left at school – even if you’re just a few minutes late.

9. Make sure you set aside time after school each day to check in and see how they’re doing. Give them your full attention to tell you all about the kid who threw his retainer away during lunch, or the multitude of books they have to carry this year. Your undivided attention helps more than you’d expect.

10. As a parent, be enthusiastic about school starting! If you are nervous about the upcoming year, your child will be too. Talk about the great things that will happen that year.

About Lauren Callaway, Owner/Director, Head Teacher:

Lauren opened Sprout in the summer of 2004 to fulfill a need for social and academic enrichment for Chicago's gifted children. Prior to Sprout she received a degree in elementary education from Purdue University and taught third grade at a private school in Lincoln Park. She became interested in gifted education after researching how to teach a highly gifted child placed in her classroom. Lauren then worked with Joan Smutny and taught at National Louis's Center for the Gifted. She enjoys working closely with parents at Sprout and loves the daily surprises of gifted children's creativity.

Do you think your child might be gifted? Click here to view a personality checklist, and then contact Sprout to learn how to enrich their talents and natural gifts. http://sproutgifted. com/checklist. html (http://sproutgifted. com/checklist. html)

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Thursday, September 27, 2007

Health Enterprises, Inc. Names New President

Health Enterprises, Inc. Names New President

Health Enterprises, Inc., a leading consumer healthcare company, announced the promotion of Brendan Leonard to President.

North Attleboro, MA (PRWEB) January 8, 2009

N. Attleboro, MA January 5, 2009 -- Health Enterprises, Inc., a leading consumer healthcare company, announced the promotion of Brendan Leonard to President.

Leonard has been with Health Enterprises since 2003. During his tenure he has been responsible for all sales and marketing efforts, resulting in sustained double-digit annual sales growth and President George W. Bush presenting the "E" Award for Excellence in Exporting during a May 2008 White House ceremony.

Prior to joining Health Enterprises, Leonard held a variety of brand leadership positions with Samsonite, Hasbro and Capital One Financial. He received a Bachelor's degree from the University of Rhode Island and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.

According to Glenn Leman, CEO, "Brendan's leadership skills, vision and determination has helped Health Enterprises thrive in the competitive global marketplace." He concluded that Leonard will lead the company to new heights with strong profitable growth in 2009 and beyond.

"I am excited at the opportunity to lead Health Enterprises," said Brendan Leonard. "I look forward to the challenge of continuing our pipeline of innovative products and programs to better meet the needs of our customers."

Health Enterprises, Inc. is a leader for branded and private label consumer healthcare products sold in retailers across the globe. For more information about Health Enterprises and its complete product line, visit www. healthenterprises. com.

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Innovative Integrated Healthcare Network At UCR Health Centers Focuses On Skin Health And Healthy Aging With New Medical Spa

Innovative Integrated Healthcare Network At UCR Health Centers Focuses On Skin Health And Healthy Aging With New Medical Spa

UCR Health Centers announces the grand opening of Total Perfection Med-Spa, the newest provider to join the Arizona-based integrated healthcare network. Total Perfection Med-Spa offers non-invasive, non-surgical treatments, aesthetic laser treatments and hair removal, skin health education and medical-grade products for home care.

Chandler, AZ (PRWEB) September 18, 2007

UCR Health Centers announces the grand opening of Total Perfection Med-Spa, the newest provider to join the Arizona-based integrated healthcare network. Total Perfection Med-Spa offers non-invasive, non-surgical treatments, aesthetic laser treatments and hair removal, skin health education and medical-grade products for home care (http://www. totalperfectionmedspa. com).

"Our mission for UCR Health Centers is to forge the way for a new concept in healthcare delivery," says President and CEO Natasha Deonarain, MD, MBA, CPE. "With urgent care, chiropractic medicine, rehabilitation, massage therapy, occupational medicine and now skin health services integrated under one roof," she continues, "we have the resources to achieve optimal patient outcomes in the same facility."

According to Deonarain, the therapeutic and luxury components at Total Perfection Med-Spa are ideal complements to UCR Health Centers' other capabilities. They not only address aspects of healthy aging but also support individuals as they journey from injury or illness to total wellness.

"Everything is so well-integrated," confirms Debra Herbold, LPN, Medical Aesthetic Nurse and Med-Spa Manager. "Unlike your typical day spa, we have medical physicians on-site and promote skin health using medical-grade modalities," which thereby require administration only by licensed medical professionals. Total Perfection Med-Spa's treatments include Reg'enique (the new skin rejuvenation procedure that is quickly becoming known as a unique, non-surgical facelift), microdermabrasion, chemical peels, Botox and dermal fillers (http://www. totalperfectionmedspa. com).

"Our certified laser medical technicians treat conditions like sunspots, acne scarring, Rosacea, unwanted hair, spider veins, loose skin and other blemishes or imperfections with state-of-the-art laser and pulsed light aesthetic systems," comments Herbold.

During light-based treatments, filtered light is directed onto the skin and absorbed by the melanin in hair, pigmented lesions and blood in visible vessels. The light then heats the pigment and disables the hair follicles and the cells that produce the pigment. In the case of vessels, the hemoglobin within the veins absorbs the light, causing the veins to shrink and fade from view. "Our systems spread more light over large areas of skin," reveals Herbold. "This allows faster coverage, resulting in quick, painless treatments that yield dramatic results over time."

Additionally, Total Perfection Med-Spa provides free consultation/skin analysis for all skin types in women, men and teens (http://www. totalperfectionmedspa. com), educates patients one-on-one about skin health and maintains an inventory of Image medical-grade cosmeceuticals.

Total Perfection Med-Spa's grand opening features limited-time discounts on hair removal, photofacials and Botox. Call 480.855.7585 for specifics.

Learn more at Total Perfection Med-Spa online (http://www. totalperfectionmedspa. com), or visit Total Perfection Med-Spa in the Las Tiendas Shopping Center at 2815 S. Alma School Road, Suite 7, in Chandler, AZ.

About Natasha Deonarain, MD, MBA, CPE
Dr. Deonarain is the President and CEO of UCR Health Centers and brings over 13 years of professional experience to the company. Since 1997, she has specialized in the field of Urgent Care Medicine and currently holds Board Certification with the American Board of Family Practice and the American Board of Urgent Care Medicine. Dr. Deonarain is also a Certified Medical Review Officer and oversees all occupational injury care cases along with a UCR Health Center case manager.

Dr. Deonarain completed her medical school training at the University of Alberta and finished a Family Practice Residency Program at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Her experience includes working in busy emergency rooms and urgent care clinics in both Canada and the United States.

About Debra Herbold, LPN, Medical Aesthetic Nurse
Debra brings over 30 years of clinical nursing experience to Total Perfection Med-Spa. She is a member of the Association of Medical Esthetic Nurses, Association of Skin Care Professionals and the Arizona Esthetic Association, her involvement in which keeps her abreast of the current skin care technologies as they are released. She has received certification in Botox and dermal fillers from Aesthetic Medical Educators and medical laser certification from Advanced Laser Training Institute. Her goal is to recognize her client's skin conditions, help improve or correct their concerns and educate them in all aspects of skin health and healthy aging.

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Sunday, September 23, 2007

Medical Solutions Named to the 2010 Inc. 5,000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America

Medical Solutions Named to the 2010 Inc. 5,000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America

Medical Solutions Ranks No. 2467 on the 2010 Inc. 5,000 With Three-Year Sales Growth of 98%

Omaha, NE (PRWEB) August 31, 2010

Inc. magazine today ranked national traveling healthcare staffing company (http://www. medicalsolutions. com), Medical Solutions No. 2467 on its fourth annual Inc. 5000 list, a select ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. As the tenth fastest-growing private company in Nebraska with a three-year sale sales growth of 98%, Medical Solutions ranked eleventh out of twenty one healthcare staffing firms to make the list.

"The leaders of the companies on this year's Inc. 5000 have figured out how to grow their businesses during the longest recession since the Great Depression," said Inc. president Bob LaPointe. "The 2010 Inc. 5000 showcases a particularly hardy group of entrepreneurs."

Medical Solutions is a Nebraska based healthcare staffing firm that specializes in placing Registered Nurses (http://www. medicalsolutions. com/travel-nursing/info/index. shtml), Allied Health Professionals and Therapists (http://www. medicalsolutions. com/allied_health/) in temporary travel assignments nationwide. What began as a single-person operation specializing in full-time nurse placements, has quickly become one of the fastest growing companies in the travel nursing industry.

Inc. magazine has recognized Medical Solutions for its sustained growth the last four years by placing the company in both the Inc. 500 & 5000 lists of fastest-growing companies in America. Just recently, Medical Solutions was again included for the third consecutive year in the Staffing Industry Analysts list of fastest-growing private staffing companies and ranked first among fastest-growing travel nursing companies (http://www. medicalsolutions. com/about/Awards-Recognition. shtml). Today 82 internal employees work at Medical Solutions and currently provide travelers to over 1100 client hospitals and facilities nationwide.

"We again are truly honored and proud to be named to the Inc. Magazine Inc. 5000 list for four successive years, and to be listed among the fasting-growing companies in the United States," said Scott Anderson, President and co-owner of Medical Solutions. "Our ranking in this year's list represents our commitment to patient care and providing great service to our client hospitals (http://staffing. medicalsolutions. com/) and traveling healthcare professionals, all of which has helped sustain our success and growth during the turbulent economic times that most of us experienced the 18 months or so."

Methodology

The 2010 Inc. 500|5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2006 to 2009. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by June 30, 2006. Additionally, they had to be based in the United States, privately held, for profit, and independent--not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies--as of December 31, 2009. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2006 is $80,000; the minimum for 2009 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. The top 10 percent of companies on the list constitute the Inc. 500, now in its 29th year.

About Inc. Magazine

Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures LLC, Inc. is the only major business magazine dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies that delivers real solutions for today's innovative company builders. With a total paid circulation of 712,647, Inc. provides hands-on tools and market-tested strategies for managing people, finances, sales, marketing, and technology. Visit us online at www. inc. com.

About Medical Solutions, Inc.

Medical Solutions, Inc., an Omaha, NE-based travel nurse and allied healthcare staffing firm was one of the first staffing companies to be certified by the Joint Commission and has been continuously certified since 2004. Its focus is on meeting the urgent and short-term staffing needs of its clients with highly skilled allied health professionals, nurses and technologists. A nationwide network of travelers allows Medical Solutions to help its client hospitals provide excellent patient care amidst a nursing and allied health provider shortage. Medical Solutions has contracts with nearly 1,100 client hospitals nationwide and is one of the fastest growing companies in the travel nursing and allied health industry. Visit MedicalSolutions. com (http://www. medicalsolutions. com/) or Staffing. MedicalSolutions. com (http://www. staffing. medicalsolutions. com/) to learn more.

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Thursday, September 20, 2007

HealthcareSource Announces New Client Wins: Strong Sales Momentum Driven by Regional and Large Health Systems

HealthcareSource Announces New Client Wins: Strong Sales Momentum Driven by Regional and Large Health Systems

HealthcareSource®, the leading provider of talent management solutions for the healthcare industry, today announced the addition of several new clients as well as the expansion of services for notable existing clients from the end of 2009 into the beginning of 2010. These sales agreements marked a recent period of growth for HealthcareSource, as the healthcare industry has continued its strong adoption of talent management solutions.

Woburn, MA (PRWEB) March 3, 2010

HealthcareSource®, the leading provider of talent management solutions for the healthcare industry, today announced the addition of several new clients as well as the expansion of services for notable existing clients from the end of 2009 into the beginning of 2010. These sales agreements marked a recent period of growth for HealthcareSource, as the healthcare industry has continued its strong adoption of talent management solutions.

The new hospital clients, ranging from regional health centers to a large enterprise health delivery system, engaged HealthcareSource based on varied employee retention and/or recruitment needs. To help them meet their workforce goals, the new clients purchased one or more of HealthcareSource's leading talent management solutions, which include Position Manager®, Onboarding, and Performance Manager®.

"We are on a roll, making this an exciting time for HealthcareSource," said Peter Segall, CEO of HealthcareSource. "Our new sales have never been better, and our existing clients continue to reinvest with us. This is an ideal combination. It proves that our current clients are satisfied with the services and the results, while new clients are choosing our talent management solutions over the competition."

New clients include:
Alice Hyde Medical Center; Baptist Health Care; Denver Hospice; Franciscan Services Corporation; HealthAlliance; Heartland Health; Mercy Medical; Nebraska Orthopedic Hospital; St. John's Health System; and St. Mary Medical Center.

Existing clients, that expanded their product platform with HealthcareSource, include:
Anne Arundel Medical Center; Caritas Christi Health Care System; Catholic Health System; Culpeper Regional Hospital; Eisenhower Medical Center; HealthAlliance; Natchaug Hospital; New England Baptist Hospital; RML Specialty Hospital; St. Mary's Hospital (CT); Trinity Mother Frances; and UMC Health Systems.

New clients share the reasons why they chose HealthcareSource:
Heartland Health is an integrated health delivery system which includes Heartland Regional Medical Center, Heartland Clinic, Heartland Foundation, and Community Health Improvement Solutions. Based in Missouri and the recipient of the 2009 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, Heartland Health recently selected HealthcareSource Position Manager and Performance Manager:

"Heartland Health wanted to screen applicants to ensure that we were selecting individuals who demonstrated behaviors consistent with our expectations and wanted to reduce the paper and data entry burden on HR. Therefore, we needed an applicant tracking system that would work with our pre-hire assessment vendor and HRIS vendor. HealthcareSource Position Manager was able to meet both these needs, while also giving us the ability to customize, strong reporting features, and a competitive cost."

"Heartland currently uses a paper process for our performance appraisals. With more than 3,200 employees, Heartland needed an online process to help with managing, filing, and tracking the process. We selected Performance Manager based on several factors including: the ability to customize the forms, meeting The Joint Commission requirements, the ability to standardize our job descriptions, the ability to interface with our HRIS system, ease of use, and cost."

-- Cheryl Portman, SPHR, Human Resources Consultant, Heartland Health

St. John's Health, based in Warren, Michigan, is southeast Michigan's leading provider of healthcare, comprised of seven hospitals and more than 125 medical facilities and 18,000 employees. St. John's Health recently selected HealthcareSource Position Manager:
"Position Manager is a great tool for a great price. We were impressed with its functionality and user friendliness."

--Nick Iannucci, Applications Specialist at St. John's Health System

About HealthcareSource
With more than 1,000 hospital clients, HealthcareSource is the leader in talent management for the healthcare industry. Through its software-as-a-service solutions, HealthcareSource helps hospitals acquire, develop, and retain the best workforce possible in order to maximize the quality and efficiency of patient care. The company's talent management solutions include performance management, onboarding, applicant tracking, and a leading healthcare job board. A private corporation, HealthcareSource focuses exclusively on the healthcare industry and consistently earns high marks for client satisfaction and retention. To learn more, please visit www. healthcaresource. com or call (800) 869-5200.

Contact:

Kevin Mullins
Mullins Communications for HealthcareSource
(617) 780-0439

This press release was distributed through PR Web by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: www. HRmarketer. com) on behalf of the company listed above.

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Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Fleet Driver Assessments

Fleet Driver Assessments

Fleet driver assessments can help reduce the number of fatal road accidents in the United Kingdom.

(PRWEB) June 12, 2005

DBLTraining. co. uk offers Fleet Driver Assessment and Training for company drivers to help reduce the number of road fatalities.

With company drivers being involved in more than ¼ of all fatal road accidents in the United Kingdom each year, more and more fleet managers are looking for guidance and training for their drivers.

Can this statistic be reduced?

DBL Training believes it can. With the correct guidance for company drivers not only in driving, but vehicle safety and time management DBL Training feel accidents whilst driving for work can be reduced.

The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 states the following: “It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of all his employees.” This statement puts the onus on the company to ensure their drivers are safe whilst working for them.

In 2006 legislation is to be introduced which will put tight controls on bus and lorry drivers. By 2008 for bus drivers and 2009 for lorry drivers the EU directive for compulsory retraining will come into effect. This directive requires 35 hours training every 5 years in order for those drivers to retain their license.

The senior assessor at DBL Training said the following:

“The benefits to companies whose drivers are assessed are numerous. Not only are their drivers safer, but the company reaps the rewards financially too. Many insurance companies will offer discounts, not to mention the savings in repairs!”

The Driving Standards Agency has a register for approved Fleet Driver Trainers. To gain entry to the register drivers need to have undergone a series of strict theoretical and practical tests, or to have attended a stringent approved DSA course.

DBL Training only uses assessors who are on the register.

For further information contact DBL Training by email at info@dbltraining. co. uk or visit www. dbltraining. co. uk.

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Celebrities Join LifeTips as Expert Gurus

Celebrities Join LifeTips as Expert Gurus

LifeTips creates Celebrity. LifeTips. com as hub for tips and advice from celebrity experts.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006

LifeTips. com is going straight to the source to provide expert tips and advice to its millions of readers – industry celebrities. The newly launched Celebrity. LifeTips. com brings together best-selling authors, actors, athletes, and musicians to give inside information on topics ranging from business to health to family life. Mark Victor Hansen defines the four types of workers, Beverly Cobain explains the emotions surrounding depression, and Joe Perry gives insight on keeping his marriage strong while on the road.

LifeTips’ unique business model and content design sets the company apart from other companies offering online publishing services, and this addition to the LifeTips network is part of an on going campaign to provide the highest quality information available to knowledge seekers.

“LifeTips is thrilled to welcome these best-selling authors and celebrities to our network. Their tips and advice will be invaluable to readers," said Byron White, president of LifeTips. com. "The addition of these authors -- who have been featured on the New York Times bestseller lists, Los Angeles Times bestseller lists, and are frequent keynote speakers around the world -- and celebrities (including television actors and rock and roll Hall of Famers) continue to make LifeTips the go-to place for savvy tips and advice on life."

Sample Celebrity Tip (http://celebrity. lifetips. com/) from Dr. Marie Savard:

*What Happens to our Body Shape as we Age?

All children start out apple-shaped, and boys stay apple-shaped. But once the hormones of adolescence hit, girls can either remain apple-shaped or become pear-shaped. Studies have shown that women who have never been pregnant have lower waist-to-hip ratios (making them more pear-shaped) than women who have had one or more children. And when researchers looked at individual women, taking their measurements before and after pregnancy, they found that weight gained or retained after pregnancy seems to be mainly visceral fat. Menopause seems to want to make "apples" of us all, mainly because of our plunging estrogen levels.

Dr. Marie Savard is an internationally known internal medicine physician and author of "The Body Shape Solution to Weight Loss and Wellness: The Apples & Pears Approach to Losing Weight, Living Longer, and Feeling Healthier."

About LifeTips. com

From career tips (http://career. lifetips. com/) to taxes tips (http://taxes. lifetips. com/) to diet tips (http://diet. lifetips. com/), you’ll find 86,000 tips at LifeTips.

LifeTips offers content solutions (http://www. lifetips. com/become/contentdevelopmentservices. asp? page=contentdetails) and link strategies (http://www. lifetips. com/become/contentdevelopmentservices. asp? page=alldetails) through informative, sought after tips that help clients earn trust and build relationships with new customers. Over 500 experienced writers create content for both client sites and LifeTips tip sites. LifeTips drives organic traffic to client sites, and improves online conversions and sales.

With proper attribution and a link to the appropriate page at LifeTips, media representatives are free to use tips from Celebrity. LifeTips. com or any of the 269 tip sites featured at LifeTips. Media representatives are also free to contact LifeTips for access to best-selling authors, expert writers or leading edge clients that are sponsors of the tip sites at LifeTips.

For more information:

Byron White

LifeTips. com

877-454-3384

Www. LifeTips. com

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Monday, September 17, 2007

Countrywide Bank: Bernanke's Comments Underscore Need For Growth in Personal Savings

Countrywide Bank: Bernanke's Comments Underscore Need For Growth in Personal Savings

Countrywide Bank, N. A., last week posted a link to IRS Form 8888 on its Web site as part of its ongoing national initiative to encourage consumers to save more.

Calabasas, CA (Vocus) February 14, 2007

Following Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's testimony today before Congress, Countrywide Bank reiterated its view that consumers should take a closer look at the yields they are receiving on their savings accounts. According to Countrywide Bank Managing Director and Head of Retail Banking and Investments Services Pierre P. Habis, many Americans are still earning less than one percent on traditional passbook savings accounts when they could be earning more than four to five percent annually with a high-yield online savings account, money market account or certificate of deposit.

"Chairman Bernanke's comments today signal an opportunity for those who know they should be saving to get serious about opening some type of high-yield account or time deposit," said Habis. "And after the Commerce Department reported last month that the nation's personal savings rate slumped to a negative 1 percent in 2006, the lowest since the Great Depression, I think this is further confirmation that it's never too late to get serious about saving and earning the highest rate possible."

IRS Enables Savings

To further support the concept of savings, Countrywide Bank, N. A., a member of the Countrywide Financial Corporation family of companies, last week posted a link to Internal Revenue Service Form 8888 on its Web site as part of its ongoing national initiative to encourage consumers to save more of their hard-earned money. A link to Form 8888 is available at http://www. countrywidebank. com (http://www. countrywidebank. com) through April 18, 2007.

Effective for the 2006 tax year, Form 8888 allows filers to divide their refund among up to three accounts with direct deposit. Qualifying accounts include those held with a bank, mutual fund, credit union or brokerage firm. An account can be a checking, savings or other account, such as an individual retirement account (IRA), health savings account (HSA), Coverdell education savings account, or other types of accounts. According to the IRS, refunds are received faster through direct deposit and the process is generally more secure.

While Form 8888 allows for greater savings flexibility, filers can still directly deposit their refund into one checking or savings account, or receive their refund as a paper check in the mail. IRS Form 8888 is free of charge and is available to Countrywide Bank customers and non-customers alike. For more information about Form 8888 and other changes in the 2006 tax law, consult your tax advisor and visit http:///www. irs. gov (http:///www. irs. gov).

"Tax season is always a great time to reflect on how hard you're money is working, particularly when the 1099 forms come in from your bank or other financial institution," said Habis. "Take a close look at your interest income for 2006. If it doesn't quite measure up to what you had hoped, set an aggressive goal to automate your savings by earmarking a certain amount for direct deposit."

Since its launch in 2001, Countrywide Bank has steadily expanded the reach of its financial centers to 13 states including: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas. Its 100th financial center opened in January 2007 in Smithtown, New York, on Long Island. Located within many Countrywide Home Loans branches, Countrywide Bank employs a unique, low-overhead strategy of offering expertly staffed financial centers designed to meet the diverse savings and investment needs of its customers.

SavingsLink

Countrywide Bank offers consumers diverse financial products, including SavingsLink, a high-yield online savings account; high-rate CDs; and money market and retirement accounts, as well as quality investment and insurance products.* With SavingsLink, individuals can earn interest rates among the highest in the nation on their savings, and maintain the flexibility to easily transfer money to and from their checking, money market or investment account. Additionally, SavingsLink's tiered model rewards customers who save more by offering higher interest rates for higher balances. For more information about Countrywide Bank, visit Google Video and query "Countrywide Bank."

About Countrywide Bank

Countrywide Bank, N. A., is a member of the Countrywide Financial Corporation family of companies. Countrywide Bank offers consumers highly competitive rates on certificates of deposit and money market accounts and, through its family of companies, also offers quality investment products. Customers can review banking products and services, check rates on deposits, and apply for new accounts by phone, online, or at one of the financial centers located throughout the country. In addition, the company offers the same superior rates and unsurpassed personalized service to its business customers through its Premier Business Banking and Commercial Banking Divisions. For more information about Countrywide Bank, visit http://www. countrywidebank. com (http://www. countrywidebank. com). Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

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Saturday, September 15, 2007

Why is The Mediterranean Diet Getting So Much Attention?

Why is The Mediterranean Diet Getting So Much Attention?

Nobody in their right mind should start a diet without first considering the history and research that supports The Mediterranean Diet. Some authorities say there's nothing that comes close for wellbeing, health and weight goals.

(PRWEB) October 7, 2005

It's frequently a big task trying to identify which is the best diet to get started with. Often for different reasons. Many people have tried a number of diets which worked but was too bland to continue with long term.

Most people perhaps need a diet to help them lose weight but aren't quite sure which one to choose. Others are concerned with heart or cancer issues. For these people, this resource is a good place to start.

Many people are swinging over to the Mediterranean Diet mainly due to plausible reasons such as research outcomes, long term evidence, focused studies dedicated to just that one region of the globe and a history of a low incidence of heart disease and cancer. That's a good start.

This new resource places a lot of important focus on explaining the diet and comparing it to what has already been tried along with researched evidence to support the information. It's thorough, easy to read and apply. It's also supported with recipes from the Mediterranean region. It does not claim to be a new breakthrough. It can't, simply because the Mediterranean Diet has been here for centuries, making it easier to research. The many countries bordering the Mediterranean have contributed to the versatile diet and by default, have made it one of the most tasty diets yet.

The information comes in a package style and is downloadable. Which means no one has to wait for the post. This diet is one that has proven to be safe and one that has a history of favorable evidence. It's worth looking at closely.

You can much more detail at http://dieting-weightloss-resource. com/ (http://dieting-weightloss-resource. com/)
Or http://fatloss-weightloss-resource. com/ (http://fatloss-weightloss-resource. com/)

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Discover U Offers New Online Courses

Discover U Offers New Online Courses

In response to online training course demand, Discover U has partnered with Gatlin Education Services to provide programs in healthcare, business, construction, Networking and CompTIA™, Internet - design and technical, Microsoft™ Certification and video game design and development.

(PRWEB) September 25, 2005

In response to online training course demand, Discover U has partnered with Gatlin Education Services to provide programs in healthcare, business, construction, Networking and CompTIA™, Internet - design and technical, Microsoft™ Certification and video game design and development.

The new online training courses are designed for individuals looking to switch career paths, obtain advanced training and certifications, or for first-time job seekers who need specialized training. The courses are all open enrollment and self-paced, and students are paired with a personal instructor. Online training courses take an average of 90 days to complete and provide training for entry-level positions.

Job seekers can be trained in these occupations by taking online courses offered through Discover U via Gatlin Education Services. They offer certification programs in the fields mentioned above, as well as many other high interest areas.

Established in 1989, Gatlin Education Services is the largest provider of asynchronous Web-based, instructor-supported training to colleges and universities. GES open-enrollment programs are designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional caliber positions for many in-demand occupations.

For program and course descriptions, go to http://www. gatlineducation. com/discoveru/ (http://www. gatlineducation. com/discoveru/). For enrollment information, contact Erin Brandon at (206) 365-0400. Direct online course media inquiries to Sandy Bell at (972) 934-2850 ext. 106

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Thursday, September 13, 2007

Michigan Based BioGreen Solutions Launches Proactive BioDecontamination Services

Michigan Based BioGreen Solutions Launches Proactive BioDecontamination Services

Affordable Monthly Service Reduces Risk of Bacterial and Viral Outbreaks. Solution Also Kills and Controls Mold While Acting as a Highly Effective Odor Remover.

Birmingham, Michigan (PRWEB) June 24, 2009

BioGreen Solutions announced today that it will provide businesses with an affordable proactive monthly treatment against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses (including N1H1 swine flu) and mycotoxins. "By incorporating the BioGreen Solutions ULV Fogging Process into a normal cleaning protocol, businesses can cost effectively take a proactive step to minimize serious health risks to customers, clients, students, their families and staff," said Larry Smith, President.

Taking clean to the next level.

BioGreen Solutions ULV fogging process exclusively uses products that are clinically proven effective killers and inhibitors of MRSA, Influenza A and numerous other pathogenic bacteria and viruses, such as Staph, Strep, Salmonella, E. coli, and more. "By proactively treating both surface and air on a regularly scheduled basis, we effectively increase indoor air quality and reduce the risk these types of bacteria and viruses represent," said Smith. "In addition, our process completely removes odors at the molecular level, leaving a fresh, clean scent." BioGreen Solutions exclusively utilizes products that are EPA approved, 100% biodegradable, non-toxic, non-corrosive, will not harm electronics and are NSF certified for "use in and around food processing areas.

Sending a powerful message to your customer.

In addition to the obvious health benefits of improved air quality and proactively reducing risk, BioGreen Solutions provides each client with valuable personalized marketing materials, including door clings, counter cards, formatted web / email messaging and site links to PDF's that explain the process. "We work closely with each client to provide a free suite of marketing materials that easily allows them to make their audience aware that they have proactively become a 'Certified BioGreen Clean' facility", says Smith. "By doing so, our clients are sending a very powerful message to everyone that steps into their facility. They are announcing that every measure has been taken to minimize health risks and promote a healthier environment, creating an enormous amount of goodwill and a clear point of difference in a very competitive market".

For more information on BioGreen Solutions, or to receive a free customized quote, call 888.247.8889. BioGreen Solutions is a leader in the Proactive Indoor Contaminant Management (PICM) industry.

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Professional Comparator Drug Sourcing and Procurement Services for Clinical Trials Growing in Popularity

Professional Comparator Drug Sourcing and Procurement Services for Clinical Trials Growing in Popularity

Specialized clinical trial services have exploded in popularity in the past few years. One specialized service in particular has developed into a very important component of the clinical trial service industry. This service, comparator drug procurement, has become essential for clinical researchers.

(PRWEB) February 18, 2008

ClinicalDrugSource. com (http://www. clinicaldrugsource. com), a clinical trial drug procurement specialty company, has noticed a significant increase in the number of requests for drug procurement quotes and services in the past year. The specialization of clinical trial services has exploded in recent years. One novel, new area within the clinical trial service industry is comparator drug procurement services. Rather than dealing with the complex and convoluted process of sourcing and procuring comparator drugs themselves, clinical researchers and their staff are turning to specialized companies experienced in the field of comparator drug procurement.

ClinicalDrugSource. com (http://www. clinicaldrugsource. com/Clinical_Drug_Trial_Comparator_Drug. asp) is a licensed Canadian pharmaceutical wholesaler which offers Contract Research Organizations, clinical trial sponsors, Clinical Research Coordinators and anyone involved in drug procurement for clinical trials, a simple solution for their comparator drug sourcing and procurement needs. Since 2006, ClincalDrugSource. com, has established an extensive network of licensed, international pharmaceutical wholesalers. Their unique, proprietary pharmaceutical network allows ClinicalDrugSource. com to be able to offer very reliable and cost-effective comparator drug sourcing.

Procuring active comparator drugs for drug studies and clinical trials is a key component of the clinical research process. Comparator drug sourcing within your own country can be a complicated, expensive and time-consuming process. Sourcing comparator drugs from international locations can be extremely daunting without the right knowledge and expertise. Unique pharmaceutical regulatory restrictions in various countries and the geographical distance from the source country and their pharmaceutical manufacturers and wholesalers can make international comparator drug sourcing a monumental task.

Clinical researchers are moving towards the utilization of specialty drug procurement companies such as ClinicalDrugSource. com to avoid the headaches involved in international and local comparator drug procurement. This specialized, niche service has grown leaps and bounds over the past few years due to the growing demand to help relieve the stresses and high regulatory demands placed on clinical researchers during the clinical trial process.

About Clinical Drug Source:
ClinicalDrugSource. com is a licensed pharmaceutical wholesaler based in Winnipeg, Canada. Clinical Drug Source was established in early 2006. Clinical Drug Source is operated by a licensed pharmacist and former Health Canada official with 14 years of regulatory oversight experience. The company provides international and local comparator drug and study drug sourcing and procurement services for the clinical trial industry.

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Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Wright Line to Present Webinar on Data Center Containment Options

Wright Line to Present Webinar on Data Center Containment Options

Presentation Examines Scalable Solutions for More Predictable Data Center Operating Environments

Worcester, MA (PRWEB) October 20, 2010

Eaton's Wright Line businesswill be hosting a free webinar that addresses the current solutions that provide a more effective means of containing and managing airflow in the data center. The 60 minute session will be held on Thursday, October 28, at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST.

Today’s high-density data centers require sophisticated cooling and heat management solutions to alleviate the chaotic cooling practice of continually pumping air conditioning into the data center. Employing simple rack-, row - and room-level airflow containment strategies will dramatically increase the predictability of data center energy usage and temperature range.

Sign up Now for this Free Webinar

This session will introduce a number of scalable containment solutions to optimize existing infrastructure investment, reduce energy costs and maximize airflow patterns.

Case studies involving companies that have implemented various containment strategies will be discussed. These include a major healthcare corporation and a cloud computing co-location company. Both have created a more cost-effective, efficient and predictable computing environment for their data centers.

Webinar participants will learn:
The types of containment methodologies and practices that exist and strategies for determining what may work best for a particular facility. An overview of the most common components that can transform a legacy cold-aisle/hot-aisle configuration into an effective, efficient, contained data center. Pre-installation evaluation checklists and post-installation test and measurement practices that create uniform performance metrics.

Peter Rumsey, Eaton's Wright Line business VP of Sales and Marketing will be leading the webinar. Pete is a technology industry veteran with more than 20 years of global experience in engineering, design, marketing, sales and service within large enterprise data centers.

Experience in data center airflow management has propelled Eaton's Wright Line business to the forefront of customized airflow containment solutions. Call us at 800-225-7348 or visit us onlineto learn more.

About Wright Line
Wright Line, an Eaton brand, is a leading, global outfitter for data centers and additional technology-driven environments. Incorporating expertise in airflow management solutions, modular design, ergonomics and green standards to workplace solutions, Wright Line helps customers conserve capital, meet evolving business goals, address sustainable energy needs and adhere to technology requirements. The company is headquartered in Worcester, MA, and is a member of AFCOM, BICSI, The Green Grid, The 9-1-1 Industry Alliance and the US Green Building Council. For more information, visit http://www. wrightline. com or contact Wright Line at info@wrightline. com or 800.225.7348.

Contact:

Christopher J. Devaney
Director, Marketing Communications
Wright Line LLC
(508) 926.6014
Christopher(dot)devaney(at)wrightline(dot)com

Editorial Contact
Barbara Rudolph
Rudolph Communications
781-229-1811
Bjr(at)rudolphcommunications(dot)com

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Thursday, September 6, 2007

NuSil Technology Expands Lightspan Family with New, High-Refractive, Optical Elastomer

NuSil Technology Expands Lightspan Family with New, High-Refractive, Optical Elastomer

NuSil Technology, a cutting-edge manufacturer of silicone-based materials for healthcare, aerospace, electronics and photonics -- through its Lightspan brand -- unveiled LSR-9618-30, the latest addition to its line of optical thermosets, this week at Photonics West 2006 in San Jose, Calif.

Carpinteria, CA (PRWEB) January 18, 2006

NuSil Technology, a cutting-edge manufacturer of silicone-based materials for healthcare, aerospace, electronics and photonics -- through its Lightspan brand -- is set to unveil LSR-9618-30, the latest addition to its line of optical thermosets, nextweek at Photonics West 2006 in San Jose, Calif.

LSR-9618-30 is a hard (60-durometer, Type D), high-refractive-index (1.57), two-part, optically clear silicone elastomer, which is ideal for casting and molding high-performance optical components, as well as for use as an adhesive or encapsulant in optical electronic applications that require high optical transmission after exposure to the high temperatures of lead-free soldering.

“This product is offers exceptional light transmission and offers our customers another excellent choice for their molding and casting requirements,” said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “LSR-9618-30 is another example of the outstanding efficiency, quality and scope of our Lightspan products.”

LSR-9618-30 cures in contact with most properly cleaned substrate materials, including optical glasses, optical plastics, and photonic semiconductors. Product cures at a wide range of cure times and temperatures to accommodate different production needs.

LSR-9618-30 is supplied in a ready-to-use cartridge that allows off-line mixing in a preset 1:1 ratio. It can also be purchased in standard two-part kits, which should be mixed in a 1:1 ratio Part A to Part B.

NuSil’s Lightspan brand products are specialized fluids, gels, coatings, thermosets and encapsulation materials ideal for refractive index matching. These products encompass a range of materials at different refractive indexes and include products resistant to fuels, solvents and other harsh environments, providing the engineering world with material options when matching a refractive index.

For more information on physical properties and packaging for LSR-9618-30, visit www. nusil. com or call 805-684-8780.

About NuSil Technology

NuSil is a cutting-edge manufacturer of silicone compounds for healthcare, aerospace, electronics, photonics and other applications that require precise, predictable, cost-effective materials performance. ISO-9001-certified since 1994, NuSil operates state-of-the-art laboratories and processing facilities in North America and Europe and provides on-site, in-person application engineering support worldwide. More information about NuSil Technology can be found at www. nusil. com.

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Monday, September 3, 2007

‘Just Say No’ to Savannah’s Proposed Smoking Ban, says IPCPR

‘Just Say No’ to Savannah’s Proposed Smoking Ban, says IPCPR

The International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association is urging smokers and non-smokers alike to ‘just say no’ to the Savannah City Council’s proposed smoking ban extension that would include virtually all workplaces, including smoke shops.

Savannah, Georgia (PRWEB) July 25, 2010

The International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association is urging smokers and non-smokers alike to ‘just say no’ to the Savannah City Council’s proposed smoking ban extension that would include virtually all workplaces, including smoke shops.

The second opportunity for comment on the issue will be at the Quarterly Town Hall Meeting to be held at 7 p. m. on Wednesday, July 28 in the Savannah Civic Center Ballroom. The proposal would eliminate current exemptions in the Georgia law by making all workplaces smoke-free. This includes all indoor and outdoor areas of bars, restaurants, private clubs and other businesses, including cigar stores and within 20 feet from the entrance to any such workplace.

“What no one needs is more of government telling people what they can and cannot do,” said Chris McCalla, legislative director of the IPCPR.

The IPCPR is an association of some 2,000 retailers and manufacturers of premium cigars, pipes, tobacco and accoutrements. These are, by and large, small, family businesses that have been passed on from generation to generation. According to McCalla, they do not represent what most people would classify as ‘big tobacco.’

“Our members hire neighborhood folks, pay all kinds of local, state and federal taxes, including taxes that fully support SCHIP – the State Children’s Health Insurance Program. Without tobacco taxes, SCHIP would disappear,” he said.

McCalla said that levels of secondhand smoke in virtually all working establishments are well within the safe standards set by the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration. He also cited a paper funded by the Lung Association and published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine that puts the passive consumption of secondhand smoke at 0.009 cigarettes an hour in a bar and 0.001 at a bus stop.

“That means bartenders would get exposure to roughly 20 cigarettes per year which isn’t enough to do anyone any harm,” he said.

In addition to dismissing the overreaching claims against the impact of secondhand smoke, McCalla said legislative smoking bans tend to be unconstitutional and could lead to usurpation of civil rights.

“Jobs and businesses truly are at stake here, as well as the rights of business owners to declare whether or not smoking should be allowed in their establishments. If government was to declare no smoking in its facilities, then so be it. If a restaurant owner decides that his place of business will allow smoking, then that’s his right, as well. If patrons and potential employees don’t want to patronize a place that allows smoking, they have the right to go somewhere else,” he said.

McCalla urged all Savannah citizens, all Georgians and everyone else to attend the hearing or call the City Council at 912-651-6441 or the office of Mayor Otis Johnson at 912-651-6444 to voice their objection to the proposal.

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Capella University is Selected as One of the Top 20 Military Friendly Colleges and Universities : For the second year, Military Advanced Education recognizes the online university

Capella University is Selected as One of the Top 20 Military Friendly Colleges and Universities : For the second year, Military Advanced Education recognizes the online university

Capella University (www. capella. edu), an accredited* online university that has built its reputation by providing quality graduate education for adults, has been named one of the top 20 military friendly institutions by Military Advanced Education magazine. This is the second consecutive year the online university has been awarded this honor. As of October 31, 2008, approximately 16 percent of the online university’s students are affiliated with the military; this percentage of learners includes servicemembers, their immediate family members, and veterans.

MINNEAPOLIS (PRWEB) December 8, 2008

Capella was selected as a top military friendly institution based on its military enrollments, student feedback, degree programs, and military friendly policies. Capella currently serves more than 24,000 students from all 50 states and 56 countries. Nearly 85 percent of Capella's students are seeking master's or PhD degrees online.

"Capella University is military friendly because of the support we provide to service members, veterans, and their families," said Nicole Lovald, armed forces and veterans support supervisor for Capella, and the spouse of a service member herself. "We offer military discounts, provide scholarships, and have a trained team of support specialists." Please visit Capella's U. S. Armed Forces webpage for more information about these benefits.

Combining its recognition as a leading educator of mental health professionals and military service members, Capella University recently launched a public service campaign about military mental health. Share your own ideas and read the thoughts of other contributors at www. joiningforcesamerica. org

About Capella University

Founded in 1993, Capella University is an accredited*, fully online university that offers graduate degree programs in business, information technology, education, human services, psychology, public health, and public safety, and bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella offers 111 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 15 certificate programs. The online university currently serves more than 24,000 students from all 50 states and 56 countries, as of October 31, 2008. It is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Capella University is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company (NASDAQ: CPLA), headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visit http://www. capella. edu (http://www. capella. edu) or call 1-888-CAPELLA (227-3552).

*Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), http://www. ncahlc. org (http://www. ncahlc. org).

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Sunday, September 2, 2007

Ideas to Nourish Success: Business Author to Launch Book by Virtual Interview with Acclaimed e-Marketing Guru Alex Mandossian

Ideas to Nourish Success: Business Author to Launch Book by Virtual Interview with Acclaimed e-Marketing Guru Alex Mandossian

Business trainer, coach and marketing specialist Tricia Ryan will launch her new book "Hungry to Succeed" in a live TeleWebcast interview hosted by acclaimed Internet marketing guru Alex Mandossian on May 21.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) May 16, 2008

Business trainer, coach and marketing specialist Tricia Ryan will put into practice what she preaches with the launch of her new book in a live TeleWebcast interview recording hosted by Internet marketing guru Alex Mandossian on May 21.

Ryan will use the virtual book tour to officially launch "Hungry to Succeed", her practical "how to" marketing guide for small business startups and seasoned entrepreneurs wishing to spice up their marketing tactics and win new customers.

Ryan is co-founder of The Marketing Chefs, an educational consulting and marketing agency that conducts workshops and webinars to train small business owners on how they can more effectively promote themselves and their products. Ryan studied under Mandossian, arguably the Internet's most acclaimed and successful entrepreneur who has generated over $233 million in sales and profits for his clients and partners via "electronic marketing" media since 1991.

"I'm thrilled about the prospect of discussing the "Hungry to Succeed" book with Alex because he coached and mentored me for four years through his teleseminar secrets, virtual book tour program and now, podcast training program," says Ryan. "It's been gratifying to learn from Alex, apply the tools and now to finally have an expression of my marketing contribution. I'm also pleased to demonstrate to my clients the application of what we teach in our Hungry to Succeed workshops. Life seems to have come full circle."

The live interview will be conducted over the phone and Internet on Wednesday, May 21 (5 p. m. PST/8 p. m. EST). As part of the book promotion, visitors are invited to download their free chapter on publicity--offering a "freebie" is just one of the online strategies recommended in the book and by Mandossian to sell information-based products.

About Tricia Ryan
Ryan is co-founder of The Marketing Chefs, an educational consultancy and marketing agency that helps entrepreneurs, managers and business owners promote, advertise and market their products and services. She has spent much of her career building brands for online and offline businesses in the food, beverage, OTC drug, financial and hospitality industries. She has launched a variety of products for Berry Health, Boots Healthcare and Wrigley Canada, as well for a number of not-for-profit organizations.

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